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UT HJR022

Joint Resolution

Status

Failed

3/6/2026

Primary Sponsor

Ryan Wilcox

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 General Session

AI Summary

  • Replaces Utah's single 45-day annual general session with three shorter sessions per year: one budget session in February and two general sessions in May and September, each limited to 15 calendar days

  • Restricts the budget session to considering only the budget and appropriations, though policy bills may be considered if approved by two-thirds of each house

  • Requires voter approval at the next general election, with a contingent effective date of January 1, 2028

  • Amends eight sections of the Utah Constitution (Articles VI, VII, and IX) to implement the new session structure and make conforming changes throughout

Legislative Description

Proposal to Amend Utah Constitution - Legislative Session

Resolutions

Last Action

House/ filed in House file for bills not passed

3/6/2026

Committee Referrals

Rules2/6/2026

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